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Playa Ocotal · Guanacaste, Costa Rica

Where the sea
meets the selva.

A secluded all-inclusive villa above the Pacific — four bedrooms, panoramic ocean views, and five-star service that anticipates your every need.

5.0★★★★★17 guest reviews · every one five stars
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✦ All-Inclusive✦ Private Chef✦ Heated Infinity Pool✦ Panoramic Pacific Views✦ On-Site Staff
Villa terrace and pool
5.0
Guest Rating
Paradise Perfected, Just for You

Welcome to
Mar-a-Selva

Unwind at an expansive four-bedroom retreat tucked into the lush hillside above Playa Ocotal, blending deeply personalized service with sweeping ocean views for a stay as peaceful as it is unforgettable.

Whether you're bringing the family, celebrating a milestone, or simply craving time to recharge, the villa offers a rare blend of privacy, comfort, and genuine five-star hospitality.

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Effortless by Design

Every Detail, Considered

From a full-time private chef to daily housekeeping, every comfort is built in — so the only thing you plan is nothing at all.

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All-Inclusive

Private chef, daily housekeeping & laundry.

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Infinity Pool

Heated pool with sweeping ocean views.

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4 Bedrooms

Sleeps your whole party across 4.5 baths.

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Panoramic Views

Pacific horizons from nearly every room.

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On-Site Staff

Attentive team plus overnight security.

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Steps to Beaches

Minutes from Playa Ocotal's calm coves.

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High-Speed WiFi

Stay connected — or don't.

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Luxury Touches

Premium amenities, linens & towels.

Loved by Our Guests

Straight From the Guest Book

5.0★★★★★17 five-star reviews
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Pablo's cooking deserves a Michelin star — he puts TLC into every dish. Kevin is extremely attentive, genuine, and a great bartender.
The Lewis Family · Dallas, TX & Atlanta, GA
★★★★★
The view! What a view! We loved lounging by the pool and sipping on Kevin's wonderful drinks and Pablo's excellent food. We will definitely be back to enjoy this wonderful view and wonderful team. Thank you Kevin, Pablo, and Robin!
The StearnsSeattle, WA · February 2026
★★★★★
Thank you for an unforgettable vacation! This was our first time in Costa Rica and we will definitely be back soon. Kevin is extremely attentive, genuine, friendly, welcoming, kind-hearted, and a great bartender. Pablo's cooking deserves a Michelin star — he puts TLC into every dish. We enjoyed seeing his smile every day.
The Lewis FamilyDallas, TX & Atlanta, GA · July 2026
★★★★★
We had our honeymoon here and couldn't have asked for a better reset. Kevin was so lovely and attentive, making sure we were happy and comfortable. Pablo is a kick-ass chef — my husband thinks he should go on Top Chef and win! Excursions, food, drinks, and hospitality were more than spectacular. We can't thank you enough for letting us enjoy your beautiful home.
The StullsHoneymoon · March 2026
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"...the best manager I ever had"
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"Nothing short of spectacular"
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"Deserves a Michelin star"

Every quote is real — transcribed from the villa's handwritten guest book.

A Sense of Place

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More beautiful in person than in pictures — though the pictures make a strong case.

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Limited dates each season. Seventeen families, one unforgettable villa above the Pacific.

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