I recently returned from a “destination wedding” held at the magnificent Casa Caletas Hotel near Playa Coyote, Guanacaste in Costa Rica. I assisted the bride and groom with their wedding arrangements and also assisted with the travel plans for their guests. I worked with the wedding coordinator (Sylvia) at the hotel, and she and I became very close friends.

The wedding was outside under a beautiful terrace covered with exotic flowers and overlooking the breathtaking views of the ocean. The reception held that evening in an open air section of the hotel allowed for late night dancing, fine Costa Rican dining and glorious desserts that were serviced by an attentive staff.

This truly was a memorable wedding/honeymoon for my clients and an unforgetable trip for myself at the beautiful Casa Caletas Hotel.

You cannot go wrong by staying at the Hotel Parador. The location is beyond compare. The hotel sits on a promontory with almost 360 degrees of views and the grounds are immacculately maintained with every amenity and comfort. Our rooms were most comfortable and clean with excellent views and we actually found them very reasonable all things considered. We even saw some white faced monkies in the trees by our room. 

There doesn’t seem to be much missing here. The spa was a real treat and the kids loved the two family pools with infinity views to the ocean beyond, although I confess I did sneak off for some peace and quiet to the adult pool. Great idea. 

Quepos is just 5 minutes away by hotel shuttle and the Manuel Antonio Park is not much further. It was nice to be picked up by the hotel shuttle and not have to schlepp around in the heat and humidity and finally arrive at the hotel with all its creature comforts. The hotel staff were absolutely marvellous at lining up all our activity plans. Our biggest problem was deciding what to do but settled on white water rafting and canopy adventure. We’ll definitely come back to carry on the adventure. 

The restaurant was undoubtedly the best we found in the area. Breakfast was a great spread and the dinner menu was superb in content and presentation. They have even included a few local indigenous dishes which were delicious. The service was utterly impeccible. The same at the bars and as we lounged around the hotel’s facilities. 

I would not even bother researching another place to stay in the area. Next time I head back…..and I will…..

My husband and I stayed at the Colon Caribe last February. We enjoyed every aspect of our vacation. The hotel was beautiful…pool were clean and warm, grounds were very well taken care of. Our room had a great ocean view. The bathroom was newly reno’d. Maid service was excellent. The breakfast was the best I have had in Costa Rica…and reasonably priced! We are travelling back to San Jose for a wedding next June and would come back again.