If you don’t have “Costa Rica surf trip” on your to-do list, it’s time to add it. With year-round waves, warm waters, breathtaking beaches, and friendly locals, Costa Rica is a top-tier destination for surfers.
For those who appreciate the finer things in life, there’s a wonderful selection of luxury villas in Costa Rica. Whether you’re on the pristine shores of Nosara or the secluded beaches of Playa Negra, these beautiful villas provide an unforgettable escape with top-tier amenities and breathtaking ocean views.
These vacation villas perfectly blend comfort and style, ensuring you enjoy the best of what Costa Rica has to offer. To help you start your search, below are a few exceptional villas we plan surf trips to, located at some of Costa Rica’s best surf spots. If you’re not sure what area in Costa Rica is the best fit for you, check out this lowdown on the Best Surf Towns in Costa Rica.
For those who prefer a seamless high-end retreat experience where everything is taken care of, join us for our weeklong Costa Rica surf and yoga retreat at an oceanfront villa in Playa Negra. Enjoy surfing, exploring, and unwinding in one of Costa Rica’s premier surf destinations with a select group of like-minded adventurers.
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Luxury Surf Villa in Nosara
THE LOWDOWN: A luxurious surf villa in Nosara, minutes from Playa Guiones and close to vibrant restaurants and shops. Nestled against a nature preserve, the villa features expansive living spaces, a gourmet kitchen, a yoga studio, and a rooftop terrace with a bar and hot tub. Enjoy a LED-lit pool, high-speed internet, and daily housekeeping. Five bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms and terraces offer private retreats, with the master suite boasting a freestanding tub and dual showerheads.
ACCOMMODATES: 10 guests / 5 bedrooms, 6.5 bathrooms
COST: $$$$
SURF: Just minutes from Playa Guiones, Nosara’s premier surf spot. Enjoy 7km of sandy beach breaks with consistent waves year-round, perfect for surfers of all levels. Nearby breaks include Playa Pelada and Playa Nosara.
Oceanview Design Villa at Playa Hermosa
THE LOWDOWN: Perched on a lush mountainside, only a 5-minute walk to the waves, this stunning design villa overlooks the surf break at Playa Hermosa. Accommodating up to eight guests, it features four ensuite bedrooms with ocean views, floor-to-ceiling windows, Bluetooth speakers, and marble finishes. Amenities include a chef’s kitchen, a saltwater infinity pool, multiple balconies, and incredible views.
ACCOMMODATES: 8 guests / 4 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms
COST: $$$$
SURF: Steps from Playa Santa Teresa, a prime surf spot on the Nicoya Peninsula. Enjoy diverse and consistent beach breaks year-round, suitable for all skill levels. Nearby breaks include Mal País and Playa Hermosa.
Modern Beachfront Surf Villa in Santa Teresa
THE LOWDOWN: A luxury modern villa with a pool and stunning views at Playa Santa Teresa. This three-bedroom beachfront gem, designed by acclaimed architect Benjamin Garcia Saxe, blends minimalist modern design with indoor/outdoor living. Enjoy spacious bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms, a high-end kitchen, and floor-to-ceiling glass doors that open to a terrace overlooking the pool, beach, and ocean.
ACCOMMODATES: 8 guests / 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms
COST: $$$$
SURF: Just minutes from Santa Teresa and Mal País, two of the Nicoya Peninsula’s top surf spots. Enjoy a variety of warm, consistent point and beach breaks suitable for all levels. The main beach break at Santa Teresa offers punchy, hollow sandbars.
Oceanfront Luxury Villa in Playa Negra
THE LOWDOWN: This modern oceanfront villa in Playa Negra, Guanacaste, is a luxurious sanctuary for families and groups, accommodating up to 12 guests in five spacious, ocean-view bedrooms with en suite bathrooms. Enjoy a private pool, exclusive beach access, and a short walk to the waves. The area offers diverse surf breaks for all levels and activities like ziplining, horseback riding, golf, tennis, and mountain biking.
ACCOMMODATES: 12 guests / 5 bedrooms, 7 bathrooms
COST: $$$$
SURF: Just minutes from Playa Negra, enjoy consistent surf year-round. Perfect for all levels, with smaller waves from November to April and bigger swells from May to October. Nearby breaks include Avellanas and Junquillal.
Luxury Beachfront Modern Villa in Tamarindo
THE LOWDOWN: A luxury beachfront villa in a private Tamarindo community. Eight bedrooms for up to 20 guests, modern island chic design, private pool, and stunning ocean views. Just 5 minutes to town. Enjoy daily breakfast, housekeeping, and surfboard storage. Perfect for large groups seeking a serene yet convenient surf getaway.
ACCOMMODATES: 20 guests / 8 bedrooms, 8 bathroom
COST: $$$$
SURF: Just minutes from Tamarindo, enjoy consistent surf year-round. Ideal for all levels, with plenty of surf schools for beginners and top-notch breaks for advanced surfers. Nearby spots include Playa Langosta, Playa Grande, Avellanas, Playa Negra, and Marbella.
Modern Villa at Playa Langosta
THE LOWDOWN: Bright and spacious four-bedroom villa in a private beachfront community in Tamarindo. With private beach access to Playa Langosta, this modern villa features a large backyard, pool, and indoor-outdoor living spaces. Just a two-minute walk to the beach, it’s perfect for a luxury surf vacation. Enjoy a serene retreat with nearby activities like zip lining, ATV-ing, and sailing.
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ACCOMMODATES: 10 guests / 4 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms
COST: $$$$
SURF: Just minutes from Tamarindo, enjoy consistent surf year-round. Ideal for all levels, with plenty of surf schools for beginners and top-notch breaks for advanced surfers. Nearby spots include Playa Langosta (a two-minute walk from the villa), Playa Grande, Avellanas, Playa Negra, and Marbella.
Oceanview Treehouse at Playa Hermosa
THE LOWDOWN: An indoor-outdoor treehouse in Santa Teresa with stunning 180-degree ocean and jungle views. This modern, three-bedroom villa accommodates seven guests and is just a five-minute walk to Playa Hermosa’s surf break. Featuring an angular roof and retractable front facade, it blends seamlessly with its surroundings. Enjoy nearby restaurants or take a ten-minute drive to Santa Teresa for more dining and shopping options.
ACCOMMODATES: 7 guests / 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms
COST: $$$$
SURF: Just minutes from Santa Teresa and Mal País, top surf spots on the Nicoya Peninsula. Enjoy a variety of warm, consistent point and beach breaks suitable for all levels. Playa Hermosa, where the villa is located, has fun peaks for all levels and an easy paddle-out channel on bigger days.
Modern Surf Villa in Nosara
THE LOWDOWN: A tropical luxury villa just three minutes from Playa Guiones in Nosara. This modern home features five bedrooms, a large pool, and an outdoor cooking space. Enjoy open-plan living with floor-to-ceiling glass doors, jungle views, and easy access to Nosara’s surf breaks.
ACCOMMODATES: 10 guests / 5 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms
COST: $$$$
SURF: Just minutes from Playa Guiones, Nosara’s premier surf spot, featuring consistent waves year-round. The peak season (April-September) brings frequent south swells. Playa Guiones offers punchy sandbar peaks and a reef break at the northern end.
Modern Surf House in Nosara
THE LOWDOWN: Modern surf house in Nosara, just a two-minute walk to Playa Guiones. This 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath villa blends luxury with prime beach access. It features two master suites, two chic bunk rooms, and contemporary indoor, outdoor kitchens, and a saltwater mirror edge pool with a waterfall.
ACCOMMODATES: 6 guests / 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms
COST: $$$$
SURF: Just minutes from Playa Guiones, Nosara’s premier surf spot, featuring consistent waves year-round. The peak season (April-September) brings frequent south swells. Playa Guiones offers punchy sandbar peaks and a reef break at the northern end.
Luxury Beachfront Villa at Playa Hermosa
THE LOWDOWN: This five-bedroom, six-bathroom luxury villa blends stunning architecture with jungle beauty. Expansive living areas and large sliding glass doors offer seamless indoor-outdoor flow. Perfect for gatherings or retreats, each room features AC and en-suite bathrooms. The villa includes a large pool, high-end kitchen, daily maid service, private security, and high-speed internet.
ACCOMMODATES: 10 guests / 5 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms
COST: $$$$
SURF: Just steps from Playa Hermosa, Santa Teresa’s renowned surf spot with fun, consistent waves year-round. Ideal for beginners to intermediates from mid-November to March, with more advanced waves from April to October. Playa Hermosa offers various peaks suitable for all levels and a convenient paddle-out channel for bigger days.
Luxury Villa at Playa Hermosa
THE LOWDOWN: This four-bedroom, five-bathroom beachfront villa offers modern comfort and tropical beauty. Enjoy personal beach access, a large pool, and seamless indoor-outdoor living. Each room features AC, high-end linens, and en-suite bathrooms. The villa includes a rooftop lounge with ocean views, high-speed internet, daily maid service, private security, and concierge services.
ACCOMMODATES: 8 guests / 4 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms
COST: $$$$
SURF: Just 30 meters from Playa Hermosa’s surf, this villa sits in one of Costa Rica’s top surf zones. Enjoy warm, consistent waves for all levels, with ideal conditions for beginners to intermediates. Playa Hermosa offers a variety of peaks and a convenient paddle-out channel.
