Title: Villa Kawai at Villas Kalei Private Boutique Hotel in Playa Grande Guanacaste CR Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6138752&destination=Cabo+Velas%2C+Guanacaste%2C+Costa+Rica&selected=65492128&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Villa Kawai at Villas Kalei Private Boutique Hotel in Playa Grande Guanacaste CR Join us for an unforgettable getaway that not only leaves you feeling refreshed but also contributes to preserving our environment. ## Photo gallery for Villa Kawai at Villas Kalei Private Boutique Hotel in Playa Grande Guanacaste CR ![1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, travel cot - Villa Kawai at Villas Kalei Private Boutique Hotel in Playa Grande Guanacaste CR (Playa Grande)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/66000000/65500000/65492200/65492128/6cb05c9d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor pool - Villa Kawai at Villas Kalei Private Boutique Hotel in Playa Grande Guanacaste CR (Playa Grande)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/66000000/65500000/65492200/65492128/80438b46.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Villa Kawai at Villas Kalei Private Boutique Hotel in Playa Grande Guanacaste CR (Playa Grande)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/66000000/65500000/65492200/65492128/7e6b706d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Living area - Villa Kawai at Villas Kalei Private Boutique Hotel in Playa Grande Guanacaste CR (Playa Grande)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/66000000/65500000/65492200/65492128/bd4619d1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Beach nearby, beach towels - Villa Kawai at Villas Kalei Private Boutique Hotel in Playa Grande Guanacaste CR (Playa Grande)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/66000000/65500000/65492200/65492128/21709643.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies At Villas Kalei, immerse yourself in a luxurious retreat with 4 modern private villas, each carefully designed to bring the outdoors in. With a community kitchen and pool at your disposal, unwind and rejuvenate amidst nature's beauty. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Pool - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Parking available - Kitchen ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-30&endDate=2026-03-31&selected=65492128&PinnedHotelID=65492128&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-30&endDate=2026-03-31&selected=65492128&PinnedHotelID=65492128&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-31&endDate=2026-04-01&selected=65492128&PinnedHotelID=65492128&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-31&endDate=2026-04-01&selected=65492128&PinnedHotelID=65492128&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-03&endDate=2026-04-05&selected=65492128&PinnedHotelID=65492128&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-03&endDate=2026-04-05&selected=65492128&PinnedHotelID=65492128&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-10&endDate=2026-04-12&selected=65492128&PinnedHotelID=65492128&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-10&endDate=2026-04-12&selected=65492128&PinnedHotelID=65492128&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Visit our Playa Grande travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Playa-Grande.dx6049001) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C10.34746%2C-85.84193&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=t1a0KMhQCuEOhvg2KoaS-i7zQ7A=) Playa Grande, Guanacaste ### What's nearby - ![Grande Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6071361/62e17bc2-3f1a-427d-9dfd-65de84cba59c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Grande Beach 6 min drive \- 1.8 miles - ![Las Baulas National Marine Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621555803039/b4f7b1d8-fef6-4aec-af01-aada1cee2174.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Las Baulas National Marine Park 6 min drive \- 1.8 miles - ![Conchal Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6350727/cdea7d5a-1d0c-48b3-bfb8-b506b61944e2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Conchal Beach 39 min drive \- 6.9 miles - ![Playa Tamarindo in Costa Rica](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6071344/f87e42f0-f1b1-4d21-878c-c0ab61d46785.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Tamarindo Beach 56 min drive \- 11.9 miles - ![Flamingo Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6071357/9486a209-c553-40a1-a166-55bfeef0421b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Flamingo Beach 58 min drive \- 12.3 miles ### Getting around - Tamarindo (TNO) 20 min drive ### Restaurants - Restaurante Brisa Mar 23 min drive - Rural 19 min drive - Nari 25 min drive - Tamaonda 25 min drive - Agua Salada 24 min drive ## About this property ### Villa Kawai at Villas Kalei Private Boutique Hotel in Playa Grande Guanacaste CR Hotel near Tamarindo Beach Villa Kawai at Villas Kalei Private Boutique Hotel in Playa Grande Guanacaste CR provides amenities, such as golfing on-site and a garden. Adventurous travellers may like the boating and cycling at this hotel. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Other perks include: - An outdoor pool - Tennis courts, a bike on-site and beach towels - Water sports equipment, games and smoke-free property - Outdoor furniture Room features All guest rooms at Villa Kawai at Villas Kalei Private Boutique Hotel in Playa Grande Guanacaste CR have thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and safes. 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Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Internet access ### Things to do - Bicycles - Boat - Communal pool - Games - Golf - Outdoor pool - Tennis - Water sports equipment ### Guest services - Housekeeping on request ### Outdoors - Beach towels - Garden - In the mountains - Outdoor furniture ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - No lift - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel ### More - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Eco-friendly cleaning products used - Locally-owned and organised tours and activities - No plastic coffee stirrers - No plastic drinking straws - No plastic soft drink bottles - No plastic water bottles - Reusable cups - Reusable tableware - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dining table - Electric kettle - Hob - Kitchen - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### More - Air conditioning - Cleaning products are eco-friendly - Eco-friendly toiletries - Iron/ironing board - Recycling - Safe - Water-efficient toilets ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM Minimum check-in age - 21 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM Contactless check-out ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Check-out instructions The host requires you to complete the following before checking out: Remove leftover food and drinks Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys To better serve you please let us know before check-out we would love to say goodbye! Before check-out. Check if Pool and Beach towels have been returned to the Villa, there will be an additional charge per towel if it is not returned. Leave the Villa Key inside Key Lockbox or hanging at the Villa door, there will be an additional charge of $50.00 if the Villa Key is not returned. Safe travels ! Pura Vida ! Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Rules NO SMOKING INSIDE THE VILLAS OR PROPERTY, INCLUDING ELECTRONIC DEVICES NO PETS ALLOWED NO OUTSIDE OR OVERNIGHT STAY VISITORS, ONLY REGISTERED GUESTS Check-in free of charge is not earlier than 2:00pm (we can offer an Early Check-in option for a fee starts 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm) Check-out free of charge is at 11:00 am (we can offer a late check-out option for a fee starts 11:00 am - 1:00 pm) CONTACT US FOR THIS OPTION ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: Extra charge for children 6 years and over ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Villa Kawai at Villas Kalei Private Boutique Hotel in Playa Grande Guanacaste CR have a pool? ### Is Villa Kawai at Villas Kalei Private Boutique Hotel in Playa Grande Guanacaste CR pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Villa Kawai at Villas Kalei Private Boutique Hotel in Playa Grande Guanacaste CR? ### What time is check-in at Villa Kawai at Villas Kalei Private Boutique Hotel in Playa Grande Guanacaste CR? ### What time is check-out at Villa Kawai at Villas Kalei Private Boutique Hotel in Playa Grande Guanacaste CR? ### Where is Villa Kawai at Villas Kalei Private Boutique Hotel in Playa Grande Guanacaste CR located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Villa Kawai at Villas Kalei Private Boutique Hotel in Playa Grande Guanacaste CR Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.0 Location 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### James D. 27 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect for R & R The owners, Jeisha and Marcos, couldn’t be any better as hosts. They maintain the property in spotless condition and provide just about anything a guest could need. A lovely pool, nice places to relax, a self-catering kitchen area with a stove, fridge, and all the implements necessary to cook with. The property is very secure and private parking is provided. Many delicious restaurants are nearby and the hosts are happy to provide recommendations. A fabulous spot to relax and unwind although excellent WiFi is available throughout the property. ##### James D. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Franklin D. 5 Feb 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Incredible. The best hosts in all of our travels. Hands down. ##### Franklin D. Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022 ---