5 Stars without a doubt - amazing stay.

The purpose of our trip to Quepos and Villa Celaje was a milestone birthday, my 80th. There were thirteen in our party, a number of which had been with my wife and me on the other milestone birthdays: 50th-Cabo San Lucas (21 people) 60th-Puerta Vallarta (16 people) 70th-Palm Desert (24 people) I point this out only because of all the places we have enjoyed, all of which came with a staff, Villa Celaje was the greatest. Our stay at Villa Celaje exceeded any wishes I might have had. Beginning with my dealings with Camilo over a six-month period prior to our arrival. Camilo is the consummate professional. He was always very available and responsive to any questions or requests that we had, ranging from: • Scheduling of transportation to and from San Jose to Quepos • Arranging for a fishing trip • Hiring live entertainment at the Villa • Arranging our tour of Manuel Antonio National Park • Transportation for our Zip-lining Upon arriving at the villa, we were all amazed at how the pictures had not done it justice. Villa Celaje is spectacular in every way. We selected our rooms, got settled in and started winding down from our trip from San Jose to Quepos*. Shortly there after we began meeting the fabulous staff. Ronald the Chef was a very delightful guy who along with his assistant prepared one amazing meal after another. There was not a person in the group that did not wish they could take him/them home. The entire staff is composed of lovely, helpful people.

We booked all three villas and it turned into a glorious wedding celebration on the patio of Villa Celaje. Everyone we worked with was so gracious and accommodating! They insured we could just enjoy the whole way through. We had the most wonderful time of our lives! Our sincere gratitude for all of the details our concierge, chef, ( Chef Ronald & his team are world class!) bartender ( Ricardo made the best drinks with love and was so much fun!) , transportation and household teams took care of each day. You cannot go wrong with this lovely home and magical location!

Exceeded all expectations. House/pool/etc we’re amazing. Chef Ronaldo is incredible. Always clean thanks to Catalina and Camilo answers texts quickly. Felt super safe and secluded. No bugs in the house and tons of space for multiple families.

Tremendous home. Loved Quepos & loved Costs Rica. Ronald, Rjiti & Kathryn tested us royally. Camilo was great & always available for anything we needed. You guys are the greatest.

Our three generation stay at Villa Celeja was perfect. The concierge stayed in good communication before and during our stay; very helpful. They arranged all of our tours, excursions and even fabulous beach day; every single company they selected was fabulous! On time, fun, and tuned into needs of all participants. Ronald’s meals were delicious and prepared with the freshest ingredients. All of us wanted to take Ronald home. I highly recommend this lovely home for a large group- we had 15.

This is an amazing property with stunning views, luxurious accommodations and responsive, professional staff. Camilo's attention to detail in planning our excursions, travel transfers, etc. was outstanding... and not enough can be said about our chef, Chef Ron. The food preparations were unrivaled -- and cooking for 15 people, all with different tastes is no easy task! ... and Eimy and her housekeeping crew were non-stop and kept us in fresh towels and clean lodgings... again, not easy with 15 people (and kids in and out of the pool). The views from the balconies were breath-taking and the daily morning macaw fly-bys were mesmerizing. Our monkey visits were a delight for adults and kids alike (not the white-faced monkeys - they were grumpy, but the Ti-Tis were an excursion all their own! I could write pages lauding this property and its staff... if I could give higher than 5 stars, I would!

top 5 favorite things about villa celaje: 1. camilo was the best to work with! wonderful, quick communication! he planned everything for us and it was all perfection! 2. basement apartment living area was perfect for a family of 6. a perfect spot for small kids to be able to sleep close to mom. 3. monkeys, sloths and iguanas in abundance! 4. ronald’s amazing cooking everyday! it was so nice to be able to eat in! and he took care of purchasing and having all the groceries deliverered! 5. amy…our amazing housekeeper!! she washed our dirty clothes everyday, folded and had them sitting on our bed for us!! everything was wonderful!!

Our family of 11 had an absolutely wonderful time The house was as described. The highlights of our experience were Katherine - she was a delight, pleasant and kept everything clean AND Ronald the chef. What a prize. He provided any and everything we requested, was always there as scheduled, and above all the meals were excellent

8 of us recently had the pleasure of staying at the magnificent Villa Celaje in Quepos, Costa Rica, and it was an experience that exceeded all expectations. From the moment we arrived, we were captivated by the sheer beauty and tranquility of this luxurious home. Villa Celaje truly embodies the concept of a tropical paradise. Nestled amidst lush greenery, the villa offers breathtaking panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean that left us in awe. The moment we stepped onto the terrace, our eyes were drawn to the glistening infinity pool, which became our go-to spot for relaxation and rejuvenation throughout our stay. One of the highlights of our time at Villa Celaje was the abundance of wildlife that graced us with their presence. We were enthralled by the vibrant colors and melodies of the local birds, and the occasional visits from curious wildlife added an extra touch of magic to our stay. It truly felt like we were living in harmony with nature. The exceptional service we received further enhanced our experience. Ronald, our friendly and talented chef, delighted us with authentic local breakfast and dinner creations that tantalized our taste buds. The flavors and freshness of the dishes were a true testament to Costa Rica's culinary delights. Ronald was an absolute delight! We felt pampered and privileged to savor such remarkable meals without lifting a finger. Our host, Camilo, was an absolute gem. Always available, he ensured that every aspect of our stay was taken care of.

We spent a full week at this house with my family, my (now) wife’s family, and close friends. The entirety of the stay was made effortless due to the constant attention to detail by the entire staff. Camilo quickly answered any questions we had and made sure every need was met. The hardest part of the trip was to decide how many activities to plan due to the desire to not leave the beauty and ambiance of the property. Throughout the week each meal prepared by Chef Ron was the highlight of each day. Each meal was enjoyed in a spotless house produced by the daily cleanings of the staff. The perfect week was capped of with our wedding that was made possible through the connections Camilo suggested to help us plan the most memorable ceremony we could imagine. After the ceremony we returned to the house for a poolside reception with a live band and a last meal prepared by the one and only Chef Ron. Our expectations were truly blown away and we cannot wait to return.

Great property with great staff. 5 Stars for Chef Ronald!

Amazing house, staff, and views everyone had a blast

This was my third time staying at this property. It is absolutely beautiful with incredible views. Our concierge Camilo , Chef Ronald and Katherine made our trip . Camilo took care of all our needs . Chef Ronald made amazing dinners and even cooked some of the fish we caught . Katherine kept the house spotless. Can’t wait to come back a forth time !

Our group of 16 ages 5 to 55 all had a exceptional vacation from start to finish. Chef Ronald and his assistant were so nice and accommodating all the food was out of this world! The house is perfect in every way and the wildlife visits were great. Camillo and Katherine were outstanding..all the excursions Camillo booked were awesome! We will return!

The pictures do not do this beautiful house justice. The views from all rooms were fantastic. Not only that the staff was phenomenal for my trip. This was definitely one of the best places I’ve ever stayed at and my birthday trip amazing!

The pictures don’t do this place justice. It’s stunning with amazing views from any room. I traveled with 11 friends and we had plenty of room. The food was great and Ronald had great conversation too! I would definitely book again, I’ve actually given out the link to 3 people since returning to the states.

The house was so amazing , blew us all away! Everything was well kept and better than expected. The view from each room was incredibly beautiful. We could not have asked for a better experience. Our concierge (Mefi), Chef Ronald, maintenance guy, and the housekeeper took great care of our group of friends. Chef Ronald is a excellent chef and every meal was 5 star! We had everything we needed and it was one of the best trips I’ve been on. The house is just a short drive to town/beach and very conveniently located. We will be back..Pura Vida !

We had such an amazing time on our vacation and the property was every bit as beautiful as the photos. We saw more wildlife at the property than anywhere else and the staff is amazing. Ronald is an incredible cook and so friendly...I wish we could bring him with us back home. Katherine and Camilo are equally as amazing and it wouldn't have been close to the same experience without them.

One of the best trips and experiences we have had. From booking, check in, concierge, and the chef was amazing. House was beautify and nicely appointed. Would 100% go back and highly recommend.

We stayed at this villa over the 2021/2022 holiday period. It’s a special place, and the photos do not give the views or property justice. Thanks to Covid, we had travel snafus (flights cancellations and the like) and Camilo was awesome in taking care of a bunch of the logistical issues. The chef Ronald was awesome and our meals were super tasty. We loved the place and experience.

It’s sooo much to say Idk where to begin. Camilo, Ronald, and Katherine were the best all the way around. From the start to the end. Not a beat missed. They communicated with me throughout my entire trip and made sure all the details I asked for was met. I can’t say Thank you enough. We went from complete strangers to familia lol. Pura Vida

I can go on and on about this property and staff but I will be brief. Camilo was an incredible and attentive to detail concierge extraordinaire. Katherine was as quiet as a mouse and kept the house so clean and tidy. She even did laundry so we wouldn’t travel with dirty clothes. It was a pleasure meeting her. Such a delight. Chef Ron told me I drank more water than any other house guest he has met! Girl gotta stay hydrated! The meals that Ron prepared were 5 star restaurant style. Everything was delicious. Presentation was on point. Whatever we asked Ron for he provided! He went above and beyond on so many levels and for that my heart is happy. This property, the views, the visit from the monkeys was outstanding. From the decor, to the infinity pool, to the outdoor entertainment area, the jungle that surrounds the property and the view of the mountains and ocean was spectacular. Highly recommend this property. Spacious, clean, beautiful, lots of outdoor seating. Excursions that Camilo planned for us were perfect! Pura Vida

Our trip was an absolute dream from start to finish!! You HAVE to stay here!! They staff the dream team - Camilo assisted with all excursions, transportation and the onboarding process - he was always available and so helpful!! Once we arrived Ronald and his assistant Ajadi were more than accommodating with food and beverage requests - everything they made was super delicious!! They were so kind, and patient with our group of 16. They work so so hard! Katherine kept the villa clean and beautiful, she was so sweet and always had a smile on her face, what a sweetheart. All of the staff deserve a RAISE immediately!! They are all one of a kind. Can't wait to come back! See you all soon! Sincerely, Linda AKA Shotski #Tequila

Can’t say enough fabulous things about our stay at Villa Celaje. Our experience started almost immediately after booking when we started working with Camilo who was so helpful in setting up our excursions and transportation. Chef Ronald truly made our trip! Not only is he absolutely fabulous as a chef but also so helpful and genuinely passionate about making your experience special. The home is spectacular! The property has 3 homes (2 bedroom, 4 bedroom and 8 bedroom) and each feels private and has their own private pool. We spent out mornings on excursions and afternoons by the pool taking in the sunsets and views. The Titi monkeys were so fun to see and we also saw toucans and macaws, breathtaking! Speaking of excursions, don’t miss out on the Buggy Tour, what a cool experience that you’ll never forget!

This architecturally gorgeous home of stone and wood was phenomenal!Our view was the rainforest canopy and we were fed by our outstanding chef Ronald, pampered by Katrina . concierge Mefi arranged excursions to beautiful waterfalls and the Manuel Antonio National park and off shore fishing that fed our family of 11 with grouper and snapper. But the real surprise was having 20 or more cute squirrel monkeys visit and entertain the grandchildren, followed by flights of 5 beautiful scarlet macaws daily, iguanas and capuchin monkeys as well. Then we looked out back from a balcony to see a sloth slowly climbing a tree! And so much more… vacation of a lifetime.!

An absolute dream trip!! We had 15 people, ages 15 to 85 years old. The entire trip was way beyond our expectations! From the time we booked the trip, Camilo (Concierge) was there to answer questions and assist with preparing for the trip and booking excursions. Since my 85 year old mom was with us, we needed excursions she could be a part of, Camilo recommended the perfect excursions and we all had a fantastic time! (The Jeep tour and Off the Beaten path were our favorites!). When we arrived at 10pm, Camilo and Ronald (our chef) were there to greet us with a taco dinner after a very long day of travel. Ronald spoiled us the entire week, I can honestly say the only thing I did in the kitchen all week was pour my coffee every morning (a real vacation for a mom!) Ronald is a master in the kitchen and the grill, he created meals we are still talking about and we really enjoyed hanging out with him. The kids are still talking about Ronald's banana pancakes. Katherine was there every morning with a big smile, making sure the house was spotless, she even did laundry throughout the week! She made the house so nice and you barely even knew she was there. The house was beyond perfect for our group, plenty of room for all and so many bathrooms. It is exactly like the pictures show, comfortable furniture and beds, beautiful decorations and a breathtaking view of the ocean and the mountains. We woke up every morning to the scarlet macaws and had monkeys visiting several afternoons. Camilo was in constant communication to make sure our trip was perfect. He set up transportation from the airport, from that point on we didn't worry about a thing because Camilo took care of EVERYTHING!!! My family was talking about how much time it must have taken to plan the trip, I had to admit that all I did was push the 'book now' button and Camilo appeared, he made it all happen. I've always wanted to do yoga outside on a tropical vacation, Camilo had a yoga instructor come to the house, morning yoga on the deck for all of us. Amazing!! We were not ready to go home when the week came to an end, but we left with memories that will be in our hearts forever!! We will be back!! Pura Vida!!!

Camilo our concierge was very responsive to all of our needs and questions. All of our excursions were entertaining, educational and fun. The villa was beautiful and very clean. Ronald our Chef was very talented in the kitchen. Katherine the cleaning lady was on top of her game every morning. I highly recommend this Villa for your Costa Rica stay. It definitely feels like a vacation . Beautiful people and spectacular Villa! Pura Vida

This property was off the charts amazing. From the start working with Camilo our concierge to our private chef Ronald, our housekeeper Katherine to the monkeys who visited- every single day was an experience. We absolutely loved the house and all the people. We can’t wait to go back.

We just returned from our 5-night stay at Ville Celaje and it was amazing from the moment we stepped foot on the property. Camilo, our concierge, arranged transportation from the Quepos airport and he greeted us at the house. He was very helpful with reservations, taxis, and recommendations throughout our entire stay, not to mention was very prompt with his communication and arrangements prior to the trip. The house is as gorgeous as the photos on the website. There were only 4 couples in our group so we had plenty of room to spread out on all three levels. Chef Ronald was amazing!!! His guacamole and pico de gallo was awesome….but the tuna sashimi and tuna salsa were to die for. Three of the guys in our group went fishing and caught some grouper and Chef Ronald cooked in beautifully on the grill wrapped in banana leaves. All our meals were delicious…everything from the omelets for breakfast to the filet mignon and lobster! We really enjoyed Chef Ronald’s company as well. He is really friendly and super helpful! Our housekeeper, Kathryn, was amazing as well. She did a fabulous job! The incredible wildlife at the house makes you feel like you are living in a zoo! The macaws and toucans that fly around the house are stunning and the monkeys that steal the mangos off the bar are entertaining. Also, the sunsets by the pool are magical. If you are beach goers, I highly recomend the Arenas Del Mar for lunch (a suggestion from Camilo). It is about a 10-minute taxi ride from the house and you can enjoy lunch right on the beach and then lounge in chairs and watching the waves crash! We also saw two sloths in the trees above us! Great cocktails and wonderful food (especially the hamburger and the poke bowl). Everyone in our group had an amazing time and would definitely recommend this amazing home. We loved it so much, we are already planning our next trip to Costa Rica! Pura Vida!

Everything about our stay was great. Camilo helped with all of our needs to and from the house, food, and excursions. Chef Ron was great. He prepared anything we wanted. The house keeper kept everything spotless and did our laundry. We were there to fish so we were on a tight schedule. I will definatley be back..

Our vacation was amazing starting from the house, to Camilo our concierge, to Renaldo our chef. The meals he cooked were delicious. The excursions we did through out the week were awesome. We all had a great time and made a lot of memories. It was definitely the best vacation we’ve taking and beautiful country to visit. Pura vida!!!